Introduction
While caring for a loved one can be rewarding, the number, duration and intensity of the tasks associated with caregiving may also cause you stress. If this stress is left unmanaged it can cause burnout, a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion.
What will you learn?
At the end of this overview on Caregiver Support you will be able to answer:
- What is caregiving?
- What are the signs of caregiver stress and caregiver burnout?
- How can caregiver stress and burnout be managed and prevented?